Spring Stock Risers – The Forwards I

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After looking at some of New England's top <em>Spring Stock Risers</em> at the guard and wing spots, it's time to check in on the forwards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Each of these prospects has taken their games to another level this spring, shining with their ability to make an impact in and out of the paint, on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are five <em>forwards</em> that have taken their games to another level this spring, and thus, seen their profiles rise in New England.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2832763"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6824c78b06eca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McCauley, coming off a strong freshman campaign at <em>Portsmouth</em>, has exploded onto the scene with his athleticism and versatility for the <em>Mass Rivals</em>. One of the top athletes in his class, he does a great job of making plays at the rim in the open floor. He's a fluid mover, plays with a high motor, and is a strong finisher as a slasher or cutter. He has the ability to make plays off the bounce, should continue to improve as a perimeter shooter, and can guard up and down a lineup with his combination of size, strength, and agility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553793"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6824c78b06f33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stoll, a floor spacing forward out of <em>Choate Rosemary Hall</em>, has made his presence known inside and on the perimeter for <em>Connecticut Elite</em>. At 6'7", he runs the floor well, has the ability to finish plays above the rim when he gets downhill, and can space the floor with his shot making ability. He's a versatile forward with the ability to operate out of ball screens as a roller or pop guy, makes plays off the bounce, and has the ability to make a major impact on the glass with his motor and length.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341366"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6824c78b06f7c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Baptiste, a physical hybrid forward out of <em>Tabor Academy</em>, has taken his game to another level this spring while running with <em>Team Sims</em>. He looks like he's spent a lot of time in the weight room this spring, and in the process, has leaned out and become more explosive. He's got great footwork in the post, can knock down shots from the perimeter, and does a nice job of making plays off the bounce. On top of that, he is a solid post defender that does a terrific job of controlling the defensive glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2568522"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6824c78b06fc6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fadia, a nighty double-double threat for <em>Classical</em>, continues to impresses as an interior presence for the <em>Rhode Island Rivals</em>. A long and athletic 6'7" forward, he excels on the defensive end of the floor where he uses his length and mobility to guard up and down a lineup. He does a nice job of protecting the rim and is a strong rebounder in traffic. He runs the floor well, rolls hard to the rim out of ball screens, and shows an improving games as an isolation scorer from the block. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1532640"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6824c78b0700c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Costello, a floor spacing forward out of the <em>Newman School</em>, seems to be putting it all together this spring with the <em>Middlesex Magic</em>. Long known as one of the better floor spacing forwards in the region, he's playing with more aggression than ever before while still making shots at a high clip. He looks stronger, is more explosive around the rim, and has an all-around more noticable presence on the floor. At 6'10" with a lot of skill, he fits the bill of a modern four-man in today's game. High academic, mid and high majors should be lining up for his games this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->